Maissirup
Learn what Maissirup (Corn syrup) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Maissirup?
Maissirup ist ein flüssiger Süßstoff, der durch die Verarbeitung von Maisstärke gewonnen wird. Es wird in der Lebensmittelindustrie verwendet, um die Textur zu verbessern, die Kristallisation von Zucker zu verhindern und die Haltbarkeit von Produkten zu verlängern.
Why is Maissirup added to food?
Maissirup (Corn syrup) is a süßstoff commonly found in: Erfrischungsgetränke, Süßigkeiten, Backwaren.
Is Maissirup banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Maissirup okay for kids?
Maissirup is generally considered safe for children within normal dietary amounts.
Common foods that contain Maissirup
- Erfrischungsgetränke
- Süßigkeiten
- Backwaren
How to spot Maissirup on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- Corn syrup
- Maissirup
Common misspellings to watch for:
- mais$irup
- maisslrup
- maissirup
- malssirup
- maissirud
- mai$sirup
- mdissirup
Better alternatives
• Kann bei übermäßigem Verzehr zur Gewichtszunahme beitragen. • Kann schnelle Blutzuckerschwankungen verursachen. • Übermäßiger Konsum erhöht das Risiko für Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen und Typ-2-Diabetes.
Also known as
- mais$irup
- maisslrup
- maissirup
- malssirup
- maissirud
- mai$sirup
- mdissirup
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Frequently asked questions about Maissirup
- Is Maissirup safe to eat?
- Maissirup has a harm level of 1 out of 3. Low concern.
- Is Maissirup banned anywhere?
- Maissirup is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Maissirup safe for children?
- Maissirup is generally considered safe for children within normal dietary amounts.
- How do I spot Maissirup on a food label?
- Look for Corn syrup, Maissirup in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: mais$irup, maisslrup, maissirup.
Ingredients change. Always check the actual product label before purchasing. Information on this page is for educational purposes only.